Wellness and Our Evolving Lifestyles by Frans @ Sencity
In recent years, a burgeoning wellness trend has emphasized creating harmony between our bodies and minds, rooted in our evolutionary past. This underscores the notion that our modern routines—comprising long hours of sitting at offices, followed by more sitting at home, snacking on high-calorie foods, and gazing at screens—are not conducive to our natural state. Such patterns of inactivity, poor posture, and limited interaction result in not only physical issues like back pains but also mental challenges, including depression and anxiety.
Health experts consistently advise the importance of physical interactions, changing stationary postures, and engaging in social and intellectual interactions throughout the day. These elements are vital to keep us mentally agile and physically limber. While exercise is crucial, it doesn't necessarily require intense regimens like CrossFit, Ironman, or marathons. For many, regular walks and consistent, brief physical activities during the day might be more beneficial than prolonged intense workouts.
Our ethos is grounded in promoting movement and social interaction throughout the day as both a civic duty and a pathway to a healthier lifestyle. We've always championed the idea of being responsible community members by advocating for cleaner cities while also infusing joy and entertainment into urban spaces. With our growing understanding of wellness, our mission has evolved: we now aim to motivate people to engage more actively in public spaces and foster social connections.
Our products, designed to be interactive, prompt users to shout, wave, and even blow, fostering play, movement, and sociability. They are not merely passive screens but gateways to immersive experiences. Our vision is to motivate exploration, movement, and self-challenge. As we navigate global challenges, including pandemics and lockdowns, our commitment to reimagining cities as playgrounds and gyms for both our minds and bodies remains steadfast.
For a deeper dive into aligning the body and mind for optimal health, "The Align Method" by Aaron Alexander offers insightful perspectives.